Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves

Summary: These basic stoves are lightweight and can burn hexamine, wood white fuel, white fuel, and gas canisters through a single nozzle. They are popular in cold weather, but they are noisy and lack the ability to control the simmer.

Some multi-fuel stoves can burn various types of liquid fuel. The MSR WhisperLite Universal, for example, burns white and isobutane fuel in its canisters.

Optimus Nova

The Optimus Nova is a contemporary multi fuel stoves-fuel stove that can be used with a variety of liquid fuels. It features a quick priming burner, self-purging aluminum pump, and a precise simmer control. Its low center of gravity and wide legs make it a solid and solid stove. This makes it an ideal stove for base camps for groups as well as kayaking and Arctic camp.

The Optimus Nova is different from other stoves using liquid fuel which have issues with fuel that is not burned remaining in the fuel line or nozzle. This can be solved by flipping over the bottle. The intake hose is then removed from the fuel, forcing it to suck air which extinguishes the flame and decreases the pressure of the bottle.

This seems like an clever solution to a long-standing problem and it certainly is effective. The Nova can be used with a range of regular fuel bottles that are sealed with an o-ring. This includes MSR bottles. It comes with stove bags that include pockets for spares, tools along with lubricant and fuel pump.

This is a fantastic stove for backpacking that is suitable for use in the UK. It is particularly useful for expeditions, where various fuels are required. The price is affordable when compared with canister stoves with similar capabilities. The Optimus Nova is also easy to maintain and enjoyable to use.

Kovea Hydra

Since 2010, the Kovea 2 kw multi fuel stove Fuel Stove has been a favorite among backpackers. Fewer UK backpackers pay it much attention nowadays, possibly having been able to catch up with more well-known brands or whatever the most recent lightweight product from China or Korea is, but it doesn't mean the Hydra isn't still a great stove with its advantages.

It is a compact and lightweight stove that burns all liquid fuels like white gas, propane butane and white gas using a single nozzle. It's a standard stove that has an inbuilt burner that is attached to a body which anchors three support legs that fold out. The pump is situated above the fuel line, and the generator loop wraps around the inlet and the flame spreader is situated just above. The burner is a low-velocity flame type. This means it is less susceptible to wind.

One of the best features is that it can be used with a container of isobutane or propane, which makes it a versatile small cooker. It is easy to simmer using isobutane and propane and burns all types of fuels at a good rate. However when using white gas, the stove is a little slower.

The instructions for the Hydra are written in English however they were clearly not written by native English speakers. The instructions caution you against using certain types of lighter fluid. If you make a mistake, it can cause an accident and put Kovea into legal trouble. However that any 7/16ths UNEF threaded gas canister from a reputable manufacturer will work fine.

Primus OmniLite Ti

Primus Omnilite Ti can be a great choice for those who are seeking a multifuel cooker that can cook using a variety of fuels. It can be used with petrol/gasoline, gas, or diesel, kerosene and aviation fuel. It has separate controls for Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves each fuel type and allows you to adjust the flame size. This stove has a fuel pipe that is flat on the floor and is connected to the tank easily.

The Primus Omnilite is an excellent stove, but it needs maintenance to keep it running efficiently. Particularly it is prone to flare when priming which could be dangerous. This issue occurs with all stoves with liquid fuel that utilize a secondary spindle at the stove's end instead of an actual coil to vaporize the fuel.

It is also important to know that each fuel type requires the use of a different jet. This means that if you're cooking using kerosene, the jet hole must be smaller than when using gas. It's a minor inconvenience, but it's worth mentioning.

MSR Whisper Lite

The MSR Whisper Lite stove is one of the smallest, lightest and most affordable multi-fuel stoves. It is also easy to repair on the field. It can be used with either canister or liquid fuel and comes with attachments for each. The new design is lighter by 10% than its predecessor, and the burner's system has been improved to ensure better heat distribution. This is an excellent choice for backpackers with a limited budget or beginners.

The whistler Lite takes a little time to set up, prime and boil water, but it's a reliable stove that won't disappoint you. The flame is very strong when turned to the max and can easily boil the water to a liter within two minutes or less. The only issue is that it does not simmer as well as other stoves.

MSR created the Dragonfly to be a more capable burner. It has a similar design to the whistler but is more compact and offers better performance. It's not as inexpensive as the Whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus stove and cookset is a fantastic alternative that offers the same configuration for a fraction of the cost. You can also get a Whisperlite International or Universal for isobutane canisters as well. The same design is used in both but the Universal version can also be used with canister fuel as well.

Coleman Sportster II

It's a simple and basic Coleman stove that can do the job. It's strong, compact and self-contained with the tank on the bottom and burner up at the top. This makes it simple to use and is a great choice for those who are new to backpacking, looking to reduce weight and for those of us who keep a few spares in the van.

It is designed to burn Coleman's proprietary fuel (naptha gas, also referred to as white gas), this stove can be used with non-leaded gasoline too. This will save you money since gasoline tanks can last longer than the standard Coleman liquid fuel cylinder.

It requires some practice to achieve a perfect blue flame on a liquid fuel stove. You'll have to pressurize the stove and prime them correctly before you can do this. If you do it wrong the fuel could pool, spray outside the burner, or sputter. To master this, practice outside before your trip.

This stove sacrifices some performance or odor reduction when using non-coleman fuels but this is a trade-off in exchange for the additional flexibility it offers. Be sure to buy unleaded gasoline, and not one enhanced with methanol or (alcohol). This is because these kinds of fuel will cause the unit to disintegrate, leak, sputter and possibly even explode!

ATG Jiko

The ATG Jiko multi-fuel stove from South Africa (formerly known as the jiko) is a light multifuel stove that's built for harsh environments such as Africa. It's a compact, robust stove that burns solid fuel tabs, gels and alcohol with one nozzle. It is a minimalist, ultralight design that is priced lower than other multifuel stoves. It also costs less per liter compared to gas canisters.

Other multifuel stoves have an individual nozzle for each type of fuel. It can be difficult to switch between fuels in cold weather conditions, or while wearing gloves. This can add weight to the overall load. Multifuel stoves that are of the current type utilize a single nozzle to burn multiple fuels, making it easier. The newer versions of these stoves are known as 'hybrid', or 'compressed multifuel stoves'. there are many names for them like isobutane canister fuel white gas, Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves kerosene and unleaded gasoline/car petrol.

Another option is to buy a multifuel stove that can convert your regular Trangia burner into a multi fuel cooker. They are usually available at camping stores that specialize in camping and are also available for purchase internationally. These are great for Trangia enthusiasts. They can burn all liquid fuels, aside from diesel, and with the right accessories, they can also simmer.